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Sample Itinerary forCali
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Day 1: Welcome to Colombia!
Upon landing in Cali, you will check into your hotel and enjoy some late evening snacks – fresh Colombian fruit and warm, homemade bread. You will be tired from a full day of travel!
Day 2: Colegio Americona
After a traditional breakfast, you will travel to Colegio Americano where you will spend the day volunteering as an English teacher. Your evening will be spent shopping at a local mall and exchanging money in preparation for the week
Day 3: Volunteer & Salsa Lessons
Volunteer at Colegio Americano after a traditional breakfast. You will enjoy salsa lessons in the evening followed by a traditional dinner.
Day 4: Volunteer & Chiva Tour
Volunteer at Colegio Americano until 3 PM. Then, along with your new Colombian friends, you will take a chiva tour of the city. There’s nothing quite like exploring Cali in a school bus turned discotech! After dancing your way through the city, you’ll settle in for a nice meal downtown.
Day 5: Volunteer, Hike, and Explore San Antonio
Volunteer at Colegio Americano then take a hike to Cristo Rey. After your hike, you will explore the oldest and most historic part of Cali, San Antonio. Before your rooftop dinner, you’ll shop at one of Colombia’s finest artisan markets.
Day 6: Market and Salsa Dancing
Last day at Colegio Americano. After school, you will visit the local market for a taste of lulo then out for salsa dancing!!!
Day 7: Farewell Colombia!
After an early breakfast, you’ll pack up and begin your journey back home.
UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Goal 4: Quality Education
Cultural tours, museums, historic sites. Promote education about history, cultural heritage, and local practices.
EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL CONNECTIONS
- Culinary Arts – Learn about traditional Colombian foods, including lulo, a local street market favorite!
- Education – Volunteer at Colegio Americano and teach students as an English Language speaker.
- Hospitality and Tourism – Learn about market shopping and how to exchange money for local currency.
- World History – Learn about the rich and vibrant Colombian culture, including salsa dancing and traditional music!
EARN COLLEGE CREDIT
- Transferable college credit in Global Studies
- Available to high school juniors, seniors, and current college students
- Community members may audit the course
- Based on Harvard Global Citizenship curriculum
- National Geographic Certified Educator
PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY RATING SCALE
VERY EASY
Ideal for: All travelers, including those with limited mobility or no physical conditioning.
- Activities: Short walks on flat terrain; frequent rest stops.
- Terrain: Paved roads, accessible buildings, minimal stairs.
- Typical Duration: Activities lasting under one (1) hour.
- Examples: Museum visits, cultural tours, light sight-seeing by vehicle.
- Accesssibility: Wheelchair accessible or close to it.
EASY
Ideal for: Travelers with a basic level of fitness
- Activities: Light walking, some stairs, standing for periods.
- Terrain: Mostly flat or gently sloped; occasional uneven surfaces.
- Typical Duration: Activities lasting one to two (1-2) hours.
- Examples: Guided walking tours, village visits, short nature walks.
MODERATE
Ideal for: Travelers in good health and physically active.
- Activities: Daily walking or hiking, biking, light manual labor.
- Terrain: Uneven or hilly paths, moderate elevation gain.
- Typical Duration: Activities lasting two to four (2-4) hours.
- Examples: Service projects, community-based treks, conservation work.